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Mishkan Shalom
4101 Freeland Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
215-508-0226
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Welcome to Mishkan Shalom

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Find out more about us!  We are  dynamic, diverse, progressive and inclusive Jewish community located in Philadelphia.  We offer: an outstanding Hebrew school education for your children, an array of adult education opportunities, a dynamic teen program, Celebrations! a program for children with special needs and their families, Ruach HaMidbar--a center for Jewish Mindfulness, many ways to become involved in tikkun olam work...and more! Thinking of joining?  Click here for membership information.  Want to contact us? Reach the Mishkan rabbis and office staff here.

 

Get involved

Avodah -- Mishkan needs helping hands -- for a single project, or ongoing commitments. Volunteers make all things possible.  Click here for detailed descriptions.

Our Podcasts

For entertaining and informative interviews with Mishkan leaders, scroll down to the Podcasts and click on any topic or scroll through the listings there...Want to hear more podcasts? Tell us!

Great Space!

Yes, you KNOW what a great space we have!

Contact Kris Soffa if you know anyone who might be interested in renting our facilities. We have office space, and room for events and workshops, on a one-time basis or for a longer period. Space rentals  help Mishkan tremendously, helping feed our bottom line, and nourishing our good work. She needs all of us to put our imaginations and contact lists to work. Who do you know who might be interested in renting our facilities?

Please contact Kris at ksoffa@gmail.com or 215.932.1240, to offer any possible renters, or you need encouragement or ideas on how to offer this opportunity to those you know.

 

Last Chance to Renew for 5772!

Renew today, now, immediately, before you forget again

It's never too late--5772 (2011-2012) is 5/6 over, and Mishkan membership renewal forms are still available ONLINE. Click here to download a membership form. You can pay for membership online, too. Renew today, now, immediately, before you forget again, and thank you for your prompt attention!

Soon to come in this space, renewal for 5773 (2012-2013)!

Voices of Mishkan Podcast

What's new at Mishkan?

Diane Kaplan concert

Diane Kaplan

 

DIANE KAPLAN: MUSIC FROM THE HEART, IN CONCERT, THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012 7:00 PM Join us for this intimate evening of beautiful Jewish music. Original songs in English and Hebrew from the texts of Psalms; music for healing and transitions. Limited seating; advance purchase strongly suggested. For tickets and to learn more, click here.  

 

Weekend in the Woods Registration Open Now

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Don't miss this wonderful weekend June 8-10 at Camp JRF in the Poconos! Kickstart your summer and get back-to-nature with Mishkan friends old and new. Modern cabins, hot showers, good food ...in a beautiful natural setting. What could be better? Registration is open now for Mishkan's 'best-kept-secret.' All are welcome, and there's something for everyone. To download the Registration Form Click Here.  And check out the new Podcast of Karen Singer and Weekend in the Woods!  To hear it scroll to lower left of page and click on podcasts.  

Counting the Omer

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Join Us in Counting the Omer, the ancient practice of blessing each of the 49 days between Passover and Shavuot. Follow the links below to: -- Sign up for free, daily emails; -- Read Rabbi Yael Levy's Omer-related blog posts; -- Experience daily Omer teachings.  Read more at Join Us in Counting the Omer.You can purchase Rabbi Yael's 2012 Omer guide, Journey through the Wilderness  on CreateSpace.com and Amazon.com.

View Latest Directory Online!

Here's how: Log on (if you haven't already) using your member login; it's your email address and a password you picked when you registered on the website. Click Membership under "Groups and Member Info" on the left side of this page.  Then click "Directory" to view or download.  

 

Celebrations! in the news and now on video!

Mishkan Shalom's Celebrations! program for children who have special needs and their families has been making news. With funds from the Covenant Foundation, Celebrations! hosted its first ever sensory-friendly Purim carnival on March 2nd. Click here to read what reporters had to say and for photos of our fantastic Celebrations! families. And Thanks to member David Greenberg for editing a new video for our Celebrations! program. Click here to watch and please share it with your communities!

 

 

April Kol Shalom

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Members can log into the website, click the Kol Shalom link in the menu on the left side of this page, and click the latest issue to open it as a PDF.  Most previous editions are also available. Enjoy!

4101 Freeland Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19128 - ph: (215) 508-0226 / office@mishkan.org